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Orquesta y Coro RTVE to premiere Tabuenca’s Rémanence
Orquesta y Coro RTVE will premiere Luis Tabuenca’s Rémanence at Madrid’s Teatro Monumental on 16 October. Grieg’s programme turns to Norway’s history and legends.
RTVE names 18 acts for Benidorm Fest 2027
RTVE has named 18 acts for Benidorm Fest 2027, including Vicco and Ladilla Rusa. More than 1,000 applications were submitted; the semi-finals are set for 26 and 28 January.
Granada prepares a citywide funeral for Lorca
Granada’s Réquiem por Lorca runs from Thursday to Sunday, marking the 90th anniversary of the poet’s killing and remembering victims of Francoist repression. Eleven performances will take place across the city.
Cartagena’s Book Fair Opens at Plaza Juan XXIII
The 33rd Feria del Libro runs from 14 to 18 October, with 32 stalls and a programme featuring Sergio del Molino. School visits and children’s events are also scheduled.
Spanish royals will preside over Planeta Prize’s 75th gala
King Felipe and Queen Letizia are due at the Barcelona ceremony on Thursday. The contest drew a record 1,424 manuscripts; nine finalists remain after one entry was removed for prior publication.
Portillo Wins Spain’s 2026 Performing Arts Prize for Young Audiences
José Antonio Portillo Vesga has won Spain’s 2026 National Performing Arts for Children and Young People Prize, worth €30,000. The jury singled out Museo del Tiempo, where visitors bury objects and log their locations on a map using QR codes.
Vari Caramés Takes Spain’s 2026 Photography Prize
Vari Caramés has received Spain’s 2026 National Photography Prize, worth €30,000. The jury praised his use of blur and the role his work has played in Galician culture since the 1980s.
La 1 leads Spain’s TV ratings with National Day parade
RTVE says the parade averaged 2,722,000 viewers and a 50.5% share, while the wider special averaged 2,254,000 with a 47.5% share. La 1 led the day with 15.2%.
Palacio confirms his alternativa at Las Ventas
A charity corrida in tribute to Ceuta filled Las Ventas. Aarón Palacio confirmed his alternativa to a strong ovation, while Morante de la Puebla and Héctor Gutiérrez had uneven afternoons.
Police separate Sol campers from Hispanidad marchers
A police line went up in Puerta del Sol after parade-goers and campers traded insults. Campers said objects were thrown, while reports differ on whether anyone was physically attacked.
Leonor’s Toisón de Oro badge slips loose at Madrid parade
Princess Leonor’s miniature Toisón de Oro insignia came loose during Madrid’s National Day parade on 12 October 2026. Felipe VI pointed it out, then helped secure it again; the ceremony continued without interruption.
Volkswagen Group’s Spain-built EVs draw nearly 150,000 orders
At the Paris show, four models made in Spain have drawn nearly 150,000 orders, Volkswagen Group says. Executives are also pressing European institutions for a framework to support investment.
Sánchez booed at Spain’s National Day parade
Whistles and boos greeted Pedro Sánchez at the Madrid parade; spectators also shouted an insult. The ceremony came during the campaign for the 29 November election.
Sofía Rewears Her Red Suit at Madrid’s National Day Parade
Sofía travelled from Paris for Spain’s National Day parade on 12 October 2026. She wore again the red suit she first brought to an official event in Oviedo.
Zaragoza’s flower offering expects nearly 100,000 participants
Nearly 100,000 people are expected at Zaragoza’s flower offering for the Virgen del Pilar. Venezuela is this year’s guest country at one of the main events of the city’s patronal celebrations.
Ferrera and Román Shake Up the Toroslam Rankings
A double Puerta Grande at Las Ventas sent Antonio Ferrera and Román up the rankings. Cristiano Torres led Zaragoza numerically, while Roca Rey extended his Valencia advantage.
Mixtur 2026 takes contemporary music across Barcelona
Mixtur runs from 15 to 25 October across 11 Barcelona venues. Its 15th edition includes 24 concerts, sound installations and family events, with most performances free.
Weather Could Ground Madrid’s 2026 Air Parade
Madrid’s 12 October display lists 81 aircraft and helicopters, while independent reports count 82 or 83. The formations remain dependent on visibility, wind and cloud cover.
Madrid retailers set different hours for 12 October
Spain’s national holiday allows trading in Madrid, but it does not set one timetable. Retailers and shopping centres can choose their own hours, and some branches may stay closed.
Vigo holds vigil for Maricarmen amid housing protests
Vigo will hold a vigil for Maricarmen on 12 October at 19.00. Organisers link her death to housing speculation, while independent reporting has found no medical causal connection to the eviction.
Barneda and Paerel marry in Ávila
Sandra Barneda and Pascalle Paerel married at Barneda’s estate in Candeleda on October 10, 2026. More than 150 guests attended a ceremony held mostly in English.
Serrano suffers serious cornada during Las Ventas solo
A goring ended Álvaro Serrano’s solo appearance at Las Ventas after the third novillo. Doctors found deep thigh damage and a bruised but intact femoral artery.
American muscle cars shake Denia’s port for cancer research
Classic and modern American cars will line Denia’s port as enthusiasts rally for childhood cancer research. Free entry and prize raffles bring a purpose-driven weekend to the Costa Blanca.
Madrid parade will reshape central traffic on 12 October
Madrid’s National Day parade will close central roads from 7.00 on Monday 12 October 2026. Transport diversions will continue into the evening, when Cibeles hosts a concert and fireworks.
Barneda and Paerel marry at private Ávila ceremony
Around 150 guests attended the couple's 10 October 2026 wedding in Candeleda, Ávila. Barneda and Paerel kept the ceremony private while sharing selected moments online.
Injury turns Las Ventas solo into a rules dispute
A 20-centimetre cornada ended Álvaro Serrano's solo appearance at Las Ventas. Both sobresalientes entered the programme, raising a rules question that Madrid's administration has not publicly clarified.
Barneda and Paerel Marry in Ávila
Sandra Barneda and Pascalle Paerel married in Candeleda, Ávila, on 10 October 2026. Around 150 guests were expected at the civil ceremony, where their contrasting bridal looks drew immediate attention.
Madrid readies Spain’s largest National Day parade
More than 4,000 participants will join Spain’s National Day parade in Madrid on 12 October. RTVE will carry the ceremony live on television, radio and digital services.
Madrid puts military power at the centre of Hispanidad
Madrid will host Monday’s Fiesta Nacional ceremony, with 4,380 participants expected and the 8x8 Dragón due to appear for the first time. Official confirmation of the figures and debut is still pending.
Why Sandra Barneda chose Candeleda for her wedding
Sandra Barneda will marry Pascalle Paerel in Candeleda on October 10. About 150 guests are expected as the couple blends Spanish and Dutch traditions.
Melilla readies a royal welcome for Felipe VI
Juan José Imbroda is urging residents to fill Plaza de España for Felipe VI and Letizia on 14 October. The confirmed itinerary gives the royal visit a formal role beyond the planned public welcome.
Roca Rey Carries Valencia to a Grandstand Finale
Roca Rey turned two difficult bulls into a double victory. Morante showed flashes of torería, while Tomás Rufo took one ear.
Shakira booking leaves La Revuelta racing the clock
David Broncano reached Shakira at Macondo Park with about 15 minutes to spare. A late confirmation, a flight to catch and a moving interview location shaped the episode.
Zaragoza puts firefighters at the heart of Pilar 2026
Zaragoza opens Fiestas del Pilar 2026 on 10 October with firefighters delivering the pregón from the Town Hall balcony. A sports parade and concerts will then spread activity across the city.
Museo Goya reopens after major Zaragoza expansion
Fundación Ibercaja has completed Museo Goya’s expansion in Zaragoza. A new entrance, restored architecture and a major opening exhibition recast the visit around Francisco de Goya.
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